Purchasing Agent at Brightland Homes Ltd.

The company is currently seeking a Purchasing Agent tosupport the Purchasing Manager in enhancing profits through negotiation, sourcing and process improvements.

At Brightland Homes, LTD., we pride ourselves on our culture and our ability to make the Company a place that employees enjoy coming to each day. We believe that hard work is important, but we also believe life balance is essential. We encourage and support our employees in becoming their best, both personally and professionally. Everything we produce is due to the talent and hard work of our team members. We believe that, when people share their ideas and talents, great things can happen.

The company offers numerous options to help its employees achieve their financial, professional, and wellness goals including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid time off
• Company-provided life insurance policy
• 401(k) plan and match
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Career development and opportunities for advancement
• Charitable activities and more

General Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain a trade base to ensure bidding is done in a competitive manner
• Review SOW with construction and quickly move to replace a trade that does not meet expectations
• Analyze subcontractor proposals
• Complete bid analyses
• Assist Purchasing Coordinators as needed
• Review plans for discrepancies and help identify solutions prior to construction start
• Assist with generation of projected direct costs for future communities
• Recommend price changes to management to achieve margins
• Ensure product specification changes are processed
• Negotiate to receive best pricing
• Update POs as needed

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of purchasing experience in the home building industry
• Experience using JDE Enterprise One
• Strong computer skills with an emphasis on Excel
• Highly accurate and detail oriented
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Able to multi-task and see projects through to completion

At Brightland Homes, LTD., employment is based on personal capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please contact Brightland Homes' corporate offices at 972-383-4300.